overspatter

English

Etymology

From over- +‎ spatter.

Verb

overspatter (third-person singular simple present overspatters, present participle overspattering, simple past and past participle overspattered)

1. (transitive) To spatter excessively.
   • 2004, Creative Gifts: Quick & Easy Projects, page 44:

     Avoid overspattering by moving your hand across the surface while flicking the brush. Thin the paint with mineral spirits for a medium consistency so that it will not drip or lump.

   • 2008, Jerry Yarnell, Jerry Yarnell's Landscape Painting Secrets, page 9:

     Be careful not to overspatter the painting.